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Raksha Bandhan : Bollywood, with its deep roots in Indian culture
Raksha Bandhan is a cherished festival in India that honors the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. Bollywood, with its deep roots in Indian culture, has beautifully captured this relationship on the silver screen through various narratives.
1. “Hum Saath-Saath Hain” (1999)
Directed by Sooraj R. Barjatya, Hum Saath-Saath Hain is a classic family drama that beautifully portrays the bond between siblings. The film showcases the life of four siblings – Prem (Salman Khan), Vivek (Mohnish Bahl), Vinod (Saif Ali Khan), and Sangeeta (Neelam Kothari) – and their unconditional love for each other.
2. “Dil Dhadakne Do” (2015)
Dil Dhadakne Do directed by Zoya Akhtar, offers a modern take on family dynamics, including the brother-sister relationship. The film centers around the Mehra family, particularly highlighting the bond between Kabir (Ranveer Singh) and Ayesha (Priyanka Chopra). Their relationship is filled with humor, love, and mutual support.
3. “Josh” (2000)
*Mansoor Khan’s *Josh* presents a unique portrayal of sibling love, with Shahrukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai playing brother and sister in this action-packed drama. The film is set against the backdrop of gang rivalry in Goa, where Max (Shahrukh Khan) and Shirley (Aishwarya Rai) share a strong, protective bond.
4. “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag” (2013)
This biographical sports drama directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra is not just a story about the legendary athlete Milkha Singh, but also a tribute to the bond between Milkha (Farhan Akhtar) and his sister Isri Kaur (Divya Dutta). The film beautifully depicts the sacrifices and struggles of Isri Kaur, who plays a pivotal role in Milkha’s journey to becoming a world-renowned athlete.
5. “Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya” (1998)
Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya is a romantic comedy directed by Sohail Khan, featuring Salman Khan and Arbaaz Khan as brothers and Kajol as Arbaaz Khan’s sister. The movie revolves around the protective nature of Vishal (Arbaaz Khan) towards his sister Muskaan (Kajol).
